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Back to work, back to reality
The nation eagerly awaits news on the government’s lockdown exit plan and many firms are looking to the future to consider how operations may look in a post-COVID world. In times of complete uncertainty, one thing’s for sure – the Coronavirus outbreak will have a lasting impact on the legal sector. The firms that will thrive in future are those that put robust plans in place to adapt to the changing needs of employees and clients and now is the time to do so.
We’re supporting the Rule of Law
The Rule of Law is more than just a principle at LexisNexis. It is at the heart of everything we do. It guides the products we design, the content we write and we way we do business. Our products and services make a substantial difference to our goal of advancing the Rule of Law around the world.
Contingency planning with Quill
The SRA expects its regulated law firms to ‘continue to meet the high standards the public expect’ and have ‘appropriate contingency plans in place for disruption’ during the coronavirus pandemic.
Compliance that works
The Government and law firm COLPs have something in common – a high risk of non-compliance. Usually the May Bank Holiday is when I think Summer is on its way. Nicer weather, longer days, BBQs, gardening, meeting friends and holiday shopping.
Why mental health should form part of a law firm’s risk management strategy
At Miller we believe that law firms of all sizes should consider mental health as part of their risk mitigation. Not only is it the right thing to do to support your employees, it also helps to reduce risk, errors and potential claims.
Redbrick Insights launched to help conveyancers post lockdown
Redbrick Solutions, the award winning conveyancing case management provider, has launched a new service to help conveyancing firms compete and succeed in a post lockdown world.
Start-up selects Proclaim Practice Management solution from Eclipse
Start-up law firm Exclusive Law is implementing the Proclaim Practice Management solution from Eclipse, the Law Society Endorsed legal software provider.
Search Companies collaborate to improve lender handbook compliance
Leading search companies in England and Wales have teamed up with risk and compliance experts Lexsure to enable law firms to order a LENDERmonitor LM04 Policy Search alongside other conveyancing searches.
Conveyancing Coronacoaster in Q1
The conveyancing market experienced a turbulent ride in Q1 2020 as a post-election bounce in January was swiftly curtailed by the coronavirus pandemic resulting in a steep downturn in March, according to the Q1 2020 edition of the Conveyancing Market Tracker from Search Acumen, the property data insight and technology provider.
Blockchain, SQE and more: 5 things to consider for legal training over the next 12 months
With the outbreak of the coronavirus pandemic, the legal industry has already seen incredible changes in the way it operates, with more firms and legal professionals working remotely than ever before. As technology continues to evolve with digital transformation as a whole becoming an increasingly important focus in the sector, it is helping to support more flexible working practices, improve productivity and reduce cost.
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Five golden links for a caring Christmas and New Year
This time of year always sharpens thoughts about how we look after and support elderly clients and those, elderly or otherwise, who find themselves in vulnerable circumstances.
Amplifying reach through employee-driven thought leadership
Nine in 10 executives believe thought leadership is critical to building authority, yet only a quarter feel they have implemented a robust strategy.
Divorce escrow: asset sales before final settlement
When significant matrimonial assets are sold before a final financial order is agreed, holding the proceeds safely and neutrally can present real practical challenges.
